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Home » Montana Fishing Licenses

Montana Fishing Licenses

Fly fishing the Missouri River

Who Needs a Montana Fishing License?

To legally Fish in Montana anglers 12 years or older must have a Montana fishing license, Conservation License, and a Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Pass to fish in the state’s waters. Prices below include all three items

Where to Buy a fishing License?

  • Licenses can be purchased online at – Montana fish wildlife and parks (FWP)
  • Available for purchase in person at a local fly shop
  • Local Sporting goods stores

Nonresident Fishing License Price

  • Nonresident – 1 day: $31.50 for nonresidents aged 16 and older, and $24 for nonresidents aged 12–15
  • Nonresident – 5 Day: $73.50 for nonresidents aged 16 and older, and $66 for nonresidents aged 12–15
  • Nonresident – Full Season: $117.50 or nonresidents aged 16 and older, and $110 for nonresidents aged 12–15

 

Resident Fishing License Price

  • Full season: $21 for residents aged 18–61, $10.50 for residents aged 12–17 and 62+, and $10.50 for residents with disabilities 
  • Short-term: $5 for residents for two consecutive calendar days 
Missouri River Fly Fishing Guides

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Call (406) 465-1688

Outfitter # 53820

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